Mergers & Acquisitions Director - Reston, VA

Bowman Consulting Group - Reston, VA

Full-time - Senior

Reston, VA

1-10 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Mergers & Acquisitions Director at Bowman Consulting Group is responsible for developing and executing the M&A agenda to meet corporate growth goals. This role involves providing oversight and direction for M&A strategy, identifying potential targets, and managing post-merger integration while ensuring alignment with the firm's long-term strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction of M&A strategy.
• Prepare and execute a plan aligned with the firm's long-term strategic goals.
• Ensure appropriate controls and systems are in place for performance monitoring.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Identify potential M&A targets and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Act as a resource across the organization to enhance collaboration for growth plans.
• Drive the company to achieve financial and operational objectives through strategic M&A activity.
• Identify and assist with execution of deals and manage post-merger integration.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain a long-range strategic plan and growth strategy.
• Manage the strategic planning process and lead market intelligence gathering.
• Collaborate with the CFO to determine resource allocation and capital planning.

Requirements

• Ten or more (10+) years of related experience, with at least five (5) years at a managerial level.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or a related field.
• Advanced degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Financial management skills to determine funding needs for initiatives.
• Proven track record of innovation, leadership, and creativity.
• Thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting context.
• Ability to travel throughout the country.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.